Your Baby's Safety, Simplified.
SleepWatch ALERT is a free, user-friendly solution to monitor your baby. Designed for families without access to costly baby surveillance systems, this tool offers peace of mind by detecting if your baby is awake or asleep. It’s lightweight, efficient, and optimized to run on low-resource computers.
- 🍼 Affordable and Accessible: No need for expensive equipment.
- ⚡ Fast and Reliable: Real-time baby monitoring with minimal delay.
- 💻 Easy Setup: Works locally on your computer with simple instructions.
- 📳 Smart Alerts: Sends notifications via SMS or your smartwatch when your baby wakes up.
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Eye Detection with AI 👀
Using MediaPipe Face Mesh, SleepWatch ALERT precisely detects your baby’s eye status, avoiding false positives from objects like blankets or clothing.- Result: Reliable real-time detection of "ASLEEP" or "AWAKE."
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Instant Alerts 📲
Powered by the Twilio API, SleepWatch ALERT sends SMS notifications to your phone or smartwatch the moment your baby wakes up. -
Web-Based Convenience 🌐
- Securely access the tool from any device within your local network.
- HTTPS ensures safe and reliable camera activation.
- Clone the repository from GitHub: SleepWatch ALERT Repository.
- Set up a virtual environment and install the dependencies listed in
requirements.txt. - Use OpenSSL to create a certificate and save it in the
certfolder. - Run
app.pyand access the displayed port. - Create a Twilio account for SMS alerts.
- Register, log in, and start monitoring!
- MediaPipe Face Mesh: Tracks facial landmarks for precise eye detection.
- Python + OpenCV: Optimized for real-time image processing.
- Twilio API: Handles instant SMS notifications.
- Flask: Powers the user-friendly web interface.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Eye Detection | Reliable AI-based tracking of open/closed eyes. |
| Real-Time Notifications | Alerts via SMS or smartwatch vibrations. |
| Web Access | Local, secure access through a browser. |
| Lightweight | Runs smoothly on low-resource devices. |
| Customizable | Compatible with different user setups. |
SleepWatch ALERT was born out of necessity. My family used video calls to monitor my niece, but this method was prone to distractions and delays. This project aims to eliminate these issues, giving parents a reliable, automated way to ensure their baby's safety.
The project is designed with scalability in mind. With further development, it can evolve into a universally accessible tool that ensures baby safety worldwide.
SleepWatch ALERT began as my final project for Harvard CS50 in 2023. It has since evolved into version 2.0, refined for real-world applications.
👉 Ready to give it a try? Download now and experience peace of mind!
GitHub Repository
💤 SleepWatch ALERT: Because every parent deserves a good night's sleep.